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Best Date Night Spots In Mexico City

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Whether you are looking to sweep your loved one off their feet, or just looking to spend time a little differently than normal, there are plenty of ways to throw a surprisingly romantic date night in Mexico City. It doesn't matter if your significant other is a foodie, outdoorsy or is a sucker for traditional date activities like movies and ice cream - Mexico City provides unique ways to do it all!

Eat at Les Moustaches
Río Sena 88
Cuauhtémoc
Ciudad de México, D.F., Mexico
+52 55 5533 3390
www.lesmoustaches.com.mx

The ambiance of Les Moustaches is certainly date worthy - especially if you are celebrating a special occasion. This restaurant is decadent and luxurious, and the food is superb. The food is an intriguing fusion of traditional Mexican and romantic French, which will please your tastebuds and impress your date. One of the most romantic restaurants in the city, Les Moustaches received the Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence in 2013, proving that the restaurant is well loved around the world.

Explore Chapultepec
Chapultepec Castle
Bosque de Chapultepec I
Miguel Hidalgo,11100
Ciudad de México, D.F., Mexico
+52 55 4040 5215
castillodechapultepec.inah.gob.mx

There's something in the Chapultepec Park for everyone, which makes it easy to plan the perfect date. If one activity isn't going well, it is easy and convenient to switch to something else. There are shops, a lake where visitors can sail or row, museums, galleries, hiking, restaurants and more! Or treat your date to a bit of European charm by planning a visit to Mexico City's only castle. In fact, this castle was the only one in all of North America that was actually home to a monarchic ruler. Mexican Emperor Maxamilian I lived here in the 1860s. Visiting the castle is the perfect activity for history buffs and romantics alike.

See a Movie at Cineteca Nacional
Av. México Coyoacán #389
Benito Juárez, Xoco, 03330
Ciudad de México, D.F., Mexico
+52 55 4155 1200
www.cinetecanacional.net

The Cineteca Nacional is a modern take on a classic drive in theater - one of the most classic date ideas of all time. The theater has both indoor and outdoor space and is ideal on a nice warm night. The theater itself is has quite an interesting design and is an architectural feat, which opened in 2012. The clean, modern theater is fun and not like anything you'd find in the U.S. In fact, it now boasts more than 800,000 visitors per year. Enjoy a movie at the Cineteca rain or shine.

Related: Best Date Night Restaurants In Mexico City

Get Ice Cream at Chiandoni 
Av. de los Insurgentes Sur 4087
Santa Ursula Xitla, 14420
Ciudad de México, D.F., Mexico
www.chiandoni.com

Dessert is always a perfect date. There is nothing better than sharing something sweet to end a perfect day in Mexico. Especially if the day has been particularly hot, a cold ice cream with a loved one is always refreshing. The parlor is classic and old-timey, which isn't surprising since it opened back in 1939. Chiandoni is known for huge servings and delicious ice cream, cakes and other treats. The banana split comes highly recommended.

Dinner at Azul Historico
Isabel la Católica 30,
Centro Histórico, 06000
Ciudad de México, D.F., Mexico
+52 55 5510 1316
azulrestaurantes.com

Azul Historico is another perfect date spot right in the heart of Mexico City. This restaurant, in particular, is perfect for people on their very first trip to the city as Azul Historico is located next to some of Mexico City's most important historical landmarks. It is an easy place to stop after a long day of sightseeing. It has an upscale, but peaceful vibe and has a gorgeous outdoor dining area shaded by a beautiful canopy of trees. The food is a high-end take on classic Mexican that is well loved by locals.

Related: Best Museums In Mexico City

Cameron Bruns is the founder of BostonGreenBlog.com and co-author of Just Us Gals Boston. She lives in Boston's North End, where her goal is to promote ethical, stylish, and sustainable lifestyle choices to all Boston residents. Her work can be found on Examiner.com.

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